Vanessas Lake Asparagus Artichoke Leek Soup Recipes

ASPARAGUS-LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Steam the asparagus in a covered steamer over boiling water until crisp-tender (Or, put the asparagus in a microwave-proof dish and add about 1/4 cup water- Cover tightly and microwave on high for about 4 minutes- Drain well; set aside).
• Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
• Add the corn and bell pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.
• Add salt to taste; Set aside.
• Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
• Add the mushrooms and leeks; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes.
• Add the curry powder; stir for about 30 seconds.
• Add the vegetable stock, milk, and asparagus.
• Increase the heat to medium-high and stir occasionally as the liquid comes to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium.
• Stir together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth; stir into the soup.
• Cook, stirring constantly, until the soup is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
• Remove from the heat; Season to taste.
• Top each serving with about 2 tablespoons of the corn-bell pepper mixture.

CREAMY ARTICHOKE SOUP

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a heavy, large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and the garlic and stir. Add the potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Add the artichokes, stock, salt, and pepper and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Using a handheld immersion blender, or in a blender in batches*, puree the soup. Add the 2 tablespoons mascarpone and blend again to combine. In a small bowl, stir the remaining 1/3 cup mascarpone to soften.
• Ladle the soup into serving bowls. Dollop the top of each of the soups with a spoonful of the softened mascarpone cheese and top the cheese with chives.
• * When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

ASPARAGUS LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, saute leeks and onion in butter until tender. Add the potatoes, carrots, salt, broth and rice. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Stir in asparagus. , Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the spinach, pepper and cream; heat through.

GARLICKY LEEK AND ARTICHOKE SOUP

Steps:

• Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic, and saute 5 minutes or until leeks are softened and translucent. Add broth, artichokes, potatoes, thyme, and 2 cups water; cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; season with salt and pepper, if desired; and simmer, partially covered, 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes and garlic are very tender.
• Remove thyme sprigs and strip remaining thyme leaves into soup pot. Transfer soup to blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Return to pot and stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish each serving with 1 tablespoons prepared pesto.

ASPARAGUS AND LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• In a saucepan cook the leek and the garlic in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until the leek is softened, add the asparagus, the broth, and 1/2 cup water, and simmer the mixture, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the asparagus is very tender. Purée two thirds of the mixture in a blender until it is very smooth, stir the purée into the mixture remaining in the pan, and whisk in the sour cream and salt and pepper to taste. Cook the soup over moderately low heat until it is heated through, but do not let it boil.

CREAMY ASPARAGUS, LEEK AND POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Cut leeks in half lengthwise, wash and thinly slice.
• In large pan lightly sauté leeks in butter. Add potatoes. Saute for about 3 minutes.
• Add asparagus, chicken stock, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
• Lower heat and simmer gently for about 20-30 minutes, until all vegetables are soft. Put contents in blender or processor and purée.
• Add evaporated milk (or cream) and adjust salt and pepper for seasoning. (Also adjust the consistency of the soup, adding a little more of chicken stock if it is too thick).
• Serve warm with garlic or herb flavored crutons, or toasted bread slices.

VEGAN LEMON ASPARAGUS SOUP

Steps:

• Sautee the leeks in oil until soft and translucent.
• Add the potatoes and the stock, and simmer until the potato is tender, and cooked through.
• Add in the asparagus, and just blanch for only a couple of minutes until just tender. Be careful not to over cook them.
• We want to preserve the vibrant green colour, and nutritional value. Allow the soup to cool slightly.
• Then blend thoroughly, until smooth and creamy, Return to the stove, and reheat.
• Season with Celtic sea salt, and then pour in the fresh lemon juice gradually - tasting periodically until you achieve your perfect blend.
• The soup is best if it is really lemony. It has a tangy zing and tastes alive and really heightens the natural flavour of the asparagus.
• Season with nutmeg and serve with an extra lemon wedge. YUM!

POTATO KIELBASA LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Boil potatoes in broth until fork tender (3-15 minute based on potato size).
• Add other ingredients except milk.
• Bring to a boil.
• Once boiling turn down to a simmer.
• Add milk.
• Cook about 20 minutes.